Ghana Politics

Former President John Dramani Mahama, the flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has demanded justice and compensation for victims of the violence that erupted during the Ayawaso-West Wuogon by-election. During a visit to Isshau Yaro’s residence on Tuesday, April 2, Mahama emphasized the need for accountability and support for …

Ghana is gearing up for its second review under the three-year, $3 billion IMF-supported post-COVID-19 Programme for Economic Growth (PC-PEG). Starting today, Tuesday, April 2, 2024, this review follows the successful completion of the first review earlier in January. The IMF mission staff arrived in Ghana over the weekend to …

The Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) has issued a statement clarifying recent reports about the procurement of computer keyboards for board members. The statement, released on April 1, 2024, addresses a widely circulated memo originating from the Information Systems Department of the Board regarding the procurement of iPad keyboards. According to …

In response to the recent surge in passport application fees, Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey, the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration, has acknowledged the financial strain this may pose on some individuals. The fee hike, which has seen prices increase by over 500%, has raised concerns among Ghanaians about the …

Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, the Member of Parliament for North Tongu constituency, has shown compassion towards the national service personnel working in his constituency by providing them with non-refundable cash grants. In a Facebook post, Ablakwa announced, “In the spirit of Easter, I have offered non-refundable cash grants to all 110 …

Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, the Ranking Member on the Foreign Affairs Committee of Parliament and MP for North Tongu, has announced the NDC minority’s intention to seek the reversal of the recent increase in passport application fees. Ablakwa criticized the new fees as “draconian,” reacting to the implementation by the Foreign …

Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the flagbearer of the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP), has announced a plan to train approximately one million young Ghanaians in coding and software applications if he wins the 2024 presidential election. He made this commitment while addressing a gathering in Kwahu Mpraeso on Saturday, March 30, …

George Opare Addo, the National Youth Organiser of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has strongly responded to Bryan Acheampong’s statement that the New Patriotic Party (NPP) will not hand over power to the NDC. Opare Addo challenged Acheampong, emphasizing that if he truly believes in his words, he should demonstrate …

The Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) recently made headlines with its procurement of 15 keyboards at a price of Ghs 4,500 each, totaling Ghs 67,500. This move, aimed at enhancing board members’ productivity and comfort, comes amidst financial difficulties faced by COCOBOD. Last year, COCOBOD faced challenges with payment defaults on …

In a recent statement, Bryan Acheampong, the Member of Parliament for Abetifi Constituency, has reiterated his belief that the National Democratic Congress (NDC) will not win the 2024 general elections, reaffirming his stance from last year. He emphasized that the New Patriotic Party (NPP) would therefore not transfer power to …